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We are again on the verge of the annual Primetime Emmy Awards, and a peculiar competition has taken center stage this year. Bob Odenkirk and Pedro Pascal are phenomenal actors, competing for the Best Actor Emmy this year. They each play characters that have significantly raised the bar for acting on television.
Pascal, the charismatic and multi-dimensional actor from HBO’s ground-breaking seriesThe Last of Us, faces off against Odenkirk, the seasoned performer from the critically acclaimed dramaBetter Call Saul.
The Battle Of The Emmys:Better Call Saulvs.The Last of Us
The nomination is a recognition of Odenkirk’s powerful and consistently gripping performance as Jimmy McGill throughout the series, not just forBetter Call Saul’sfinal season.The Breaking BadspinoffBetter Call Saulhas established itself as a major player in the television drama genre, earning 50 nominations for the Primetime Emmys.
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Several new nominations have been added for this year thanks to the second half of Season 6, which features guest appearances by Carol Burnett and a series finale that has stunned viewers and critics alike.Better Call Saulhas been nominated for numerous Emmys and has received critical acclaim from industry insiders, but the show has yet to take home the gold.
HBO’sThe Last of Us,on the other hand, represents a sea change in the television landscape as the first live-action adaptation of a video game to be nominated for major awards by a major Hollywood awards body.
The Last of Usis a series adaptation of the 2013 video game of the same name, which follows the perilous adventures of Joel (Pedro Pascal), a self-serving smuggler, and Ellie (Bella Ramsey), a determined teenager, through a world overrun by zombies.
Instead of trying to recreate the game’s zombie-killing gameplay experience, the series focused on the game’s emotionally engaging and nuanced storytelling. The show’s 24 total nominations prove that the unconventional approach to adaptation paid off.
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The Fans’ Verdict: Choosing Their Champions
As the showdown betweenBetter Call SaulandThe Last of Usunfolds, fans find themselves caught in the middle, torn between their loyalty to the captivating world of Jimmy McGill and their admiration for the groundbreaking adaptation ofThe Last of Us. Fans on Twitter have become battlegrounds, with them passionately advocating for their favorite shows and actors.
Fans ofBetter Call Saulpoint to the show’s consistent brilliance throughout its six-season run. They highlight Bob Odenkirk’s transformative performance as Jimmy McGill, mesmerizing audiences with his ability to seamlessly transition from charming conman to morally conflicted lawyer.
Love everyone; but hope Bob Odenkirk wins this time; he deserve it!
— CarVal (@CarV_Bald)August 22, 2025
#BetterCallSaulfor the winpic.twitter.com/Bq9LlP9KDn
— Uzair Khan (@Uzair__Khan_)August 12, 2025
Bob Odenkirk is the clear winner.
But he won’t win. They have a thing for better call Saul.
All these actors were phenomenal, but Bob really flourished in this role.
— 𝕍𝕒𝕤𝕢𝕦𝕖𝕫 🇨🇦🇵🇹🇸🇻🍥 (@Shutterr514)July 07, 2025
Bob Odenkirk better not be robbed again. BCS deserves so much more love than it’s received.pic.twitter.com/iI8QlLERTt
— Charlie | Irrev (@Irrev77)July 21, 2025
The show’s meticulously crafted narrative, sharp writing and nuanced character development have left an indelible mark on viewers, who argue that it is high timeBetter Call Saulclaims its rightful place in the Emmy Hall of Fame.
On the other hand, supporters ofThe Last of Ushail the series as a game-changer in video game adaptations. They commend Pedro Pascal’s portrayal of Joel, emphasizing his ability to breathe life into a beloved character and deliver a performance that resonates with gamers and non-gamers alike.
— 𝔒𝔟𝔦 ⚜️ (@PlayoffDeonte)June 13, 2025
— Calvin (@gapfr0)July 14, 2025
Pedro Sweeps
— YDK_Marshall (@YDKMarshall_)August 14, 2025
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As the awards show approaches, the competition betweenBetter Call SaulandThe Last of Us,exemplified by the showdown between Bob Odenkirk and Pedro Pascal, heats up. The outcome of this battle of the Titans is hotly anticipated, as both shows are undisputedly powerful examples of television drama.
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Mabel, aka MJ, is a FandomWire Sr. Writer, pop-culture fanatic, and an MA in Health Demography holder. When she’s not indulging in her guilty pleasure of penning everything Hollywood, Marvel & DC, she writes academic essays on COVID-19 and HIV/AIDS. With 2500+ articles published online, she brings a unique twist to entertainment writing. A jack-of-all-trades, MJ enjoys movies, writes/acts in plays, writes music, and dreams of being a successful actress. She offers a fresh perspective, making her writing a must-read for those seeking knowledge and entertainment.
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